American Idol changed the shape of reality television and connected the audience to the stars like no other. Throughout the course of 17 seasons, it also helped jump-start the careers of talented performers that are known and loved around the world.Idol Memories, hosted by American Idol executive producer Nigel Lythgoe, goes one-on-one with some of America’s favorite former American Idol winners, the production team and crew members while revisiting a few of their favorite Idol Memories.